Early Years

Booktrust works with early years professionals to deliver Bookstart, the national early-intervention literacy programme that offers the gift of free books and parental guidance to inspire a love of reading and give children a flying start in life.

Additional support

Booktrust works with children who need additional support offering: braille, large print and accessible books; dual language resources; targeted schools' programmes; and the Letterbox Club for children in foster families.

Booktouch

Booktouch packs for children who are blind or partially sighted

Evelyn loves the Booktouch books, especially That's Not My Kitten. The pictures are big and bold and bright so she reaches out for them before she even realises there are bits to touch. She spends ages touching and smiling!Mum of Evelyn, age 2

Who are the packs for?

Booktouch packs are available for children who are blind or partially sighted. Children are entitled to this pack in addition to the two standard Bookstart packs.

Where can I get the Booktouch pack from?

You can collect your free Booktouch packs from your health visitor, local health clinic, early years setting or local library. Bookstart schemes also work closely with these professionals and sensory impairment teams to help make sure everyone receives the packs best suited to them.